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Comparing The Perceptions Between Upper-Middle Class And Lower-Middle Class Senior High School Students On The Recommended Food Expenditure By Neda, Arjay R. Vergara, Aaron Josh R. Calvario, Kristoffer Y. Chua, Noreen Chastity D. Escala, Kenji Nicholas M. Manalo, Peter F. Nadera, Hyacinth M. Delos Santos, Clowie Maria P. Gallego, Mary Seaniah R. Bautista, Ruby Jane Tañamor

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

The research study focused on comparing the perceptions of middle-class senior high school students on the food expenditure recommended by the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA), suggesting that ₱21.33 food expenditure of a Filipino is not considered as food poor. The research also examined the food satisfaction and accessibility of upper-middle-class (UMC) and lower-middle-class (LMC) students, who are senior high school students, and the differences between the two socio-economic classes. This research employs a causal-comparative research design, comparing two groups of middle-class students. To classify the respondents, the researchers conducted a pre-survey based on the socio-economic classification system developed …

An Exploratory Study On Maternal Healthcare Barriers In Barangay Kaingin 1, Using The Integrated Patient-Centered Healthcare Services Framework (Ipchsf) And The National Safe Motherhood Program (Nsmp), Adonah Isalyn B. Laza, Keanne Elisha E. Bulotano, Micah Althea E. Fontanilla, Hali Therez A. Hernandez, Julia Nicole D.G. De Guzman, Eunice G. Pacifico

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Despite the implementation of national programs like the National Safe Motherhood Program (NSMP) that aim to improve maternal health outcomes, many women in the Philippines continue to face barriers in accessing quality maternal healthcare (MHC) due to systemic, societal, and psychological factors. Ongoing issues such as poor service delivery, limited health education, and the lack of autonomy in decision-making—particularly in underserved communities—discourage women from seeking care. This study investigates these barriers and how they shape the overall well-being of mothers in Miriam College’s partnered community, Kaingin 1, using the Integrated People-Centered Health Services Framework (IPCHSF) as a lens. Through an …

Leadership In Action: Understanding The Impact Of Sangguniang Kabataan On Community Development Of Sarrat, Aisen Rone Eirholf Laguna Baluan, Charize Mae Baluran Carurucan, Jane Meryl B. Dalde

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

This study explores the role of the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) in fostering youth leadership, participatory governance, and community development in Barangays 20 and 22, Sarrat, Ilocos Norte. Rooted in Republic Act No. 10742, the SK serves as a platform for empowering young Filipinos to contribute to society. The research assesses the impact of SK-led initiatives in leadership, education, and community service, while identifying challenges and evaluating collaborations with local organizations. A qualitative design was employed using open-ended questionnaires with SK officials and Katipunan ng Kabataan (KK) members. Data was analyzed through thematic analysis, revealing key themes: leadership development, civic engagement, …

Uncovering Political Agendas: A Multimodal Critical Discourse Analysis Of Philippine Government Agencies’ Websites, Charlaine G. Alodaga, Julia Cailean G. Dueñas, Giulia Renee Singson, Justine Gabrielle Lee Yu, Janeson Miranda

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

The role of websites in communicating government services and updates to constituents is paramount since they can serve as dependable hubs of critical information. However, since these are government websites, there may be political considerations behind their visual and textual content that need to be uncovered. Yet, there has been a dearth of studies, especially in the Philippine context, that scrutinized the sociopolitical forces that are at play in the production of these website contents. Hence, in this study, we attempted to continue seamlessly meshing the critical discourse analysis framework of Fairclough with a multimodal analytical model in dissecting the …

The Power Of Influence: A Thematic Analysis Of Tiktok Food Reviews, Marcos Zheng Yang Barcena Lee, Calvin Kurt Bugayong Ocampo, Dean Xyram Oblea Ruiz, Dastin Tabajunda

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

With the massive rise in popularity that social media has gained in recent years, platforms like TikTok have experienced exponential growth. The search interest for TikTok has increased by a staggering 227% in the past five years (Howarth, 2024). As TikTok’s short-form content dominates the digital space, product and restaurant reviews have become a staple on users’ “For You” pages. Despite this trend, there is limited research on how food influencers shape public perception through persuasive speech. This study addresses that gap by using thematic analysis to examine the rhetorical strategies employed by influencers in TikTok restaurant reviews. The research …

Savior Complex, Stereotyping, Sensationalism Of The Filipino Poor: Critical Media Analysis Of Raffy Tulfo In Action’S Charity Episodes, Charisse Anne C. Bautista, Jamella Panes Jamolangue, Yellowbelle Duaqui

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

In the Philippines, one of the significant issues in society is the continuous growth of poverty and inequality. In the field of media, poverty porn is a term used to describe any content that exploits the images and narratives of impoverished individuals to gain sympathy, notoriety, and funds for a particular cause. However, there is a lack of research on poverty porn in the social media context, especially in the Philippine landscape. Thus, this study focuses on the portrayal of poverty in social media, specifically in the charity content of Raffy Tulfo in Action YouTube channel. Inductive content analysis was …

Anonymous Whispers: A Critical Discourse Analysis On Digital Gossip In Select Philippine University Freedom Walls, Ryanne Gabrielle J. Roxas, Erica Gabryelle B. Lingad, Kean Christof Ramon L. Santiago, Ma. Samantha Raine Esquejo Soliman, Belle Beatrix Alemania

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

The anonymity afforded by university freedom walls proliferates the spread of information and digital gossip, actively shaping ideologies surrounding campus hierarchies—an influence that remains critically underexplored in academic research. This study addresses that gap by seeking to understand how freedom walls function as a form of discourse that constructs and negotiates hierarchical ideologies within academic communities. It analyzed 18 purposively sampled posts from the three most followed Facebook freedom walls of universities in the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP), namely the University of the Philippines Diliman (UP), National University (NU), and Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU). Using Fairclough's …

An Analysis Of Esports Consumption Among Esports Viewers In Metro Manila, Amiel S. Tongco, Charles David S. Siao, Bryce Nathan S. Chicombing, Hugh Lawrence Chua Ang, Liandro Antonio Tabora

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

The rise of esports has transformed the entertainment scene, captivating gamers, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. As competitive esports cement their place in mainstream entertainment, understanding why and how esports have become what it is today is important. This research investigates the different motivational factors driving esports consumption in Metro Manila, Philippines. A qualitative approach was used in the study, where N=58 participants were selected through random sampling. This study utilized the MSES questionnaire to evaluate the primary motivational factors influencing esports engagement, providing preliminary insights into the impact of influential factors on consumer motivation in the rapidly growing esports …

“Daming Kung Ano-Ano:” Isang Pagsusuring Pangnilalaman Sa Diskurso Ng Anik-Anik Sa X, Maryiella N. Parenia, Cassandra Nicole T. Famy, Sophia D. Cadeliña, Gertrude Juliana S. Tapang, Angelica T. Flores, Jeyson Taeza

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Kadalasang matatagpuan ang mga anik-anik sa isang sambahayang Pilipino. Subalit unti-unting nagbabago at tumataliwas sa tradisyunal na anyo ang modernong respresentasyon ng anik-anik. Layunin ng pananaliksik na suriin ang diskursong pumapalibot sa anik-anik sa platpormang X na nagpapakita sa paghubog ng social media sa makabagong kahulugan ng anik-anik sa kultura’t pagkakakilanlang Pilipino. Sinuri ang nagbabanggaang diskurso sa pagtangkilik ng anik-anik, partikular ang pagkakahati sa sentimental na pagpapahalaga sa mga bagay at ang impluwensya ng kapitalismo sa pangongolekta nito. Ginamit ang kwalitatibong pagsusuring nilalaman ni Bengtsson (2016) upang mapaglalim ang komprehensibong pag-aanalisa ng orihinal na teksto ng datos sa tagong pagsusuri. …

Mediating Intimacy: The K-Pop Industry’S Commercialization Of Parasocial Relationship Between Adolescent Filipino Fans And Their Male Idols Via Weverse Application, Anna Francesca C. Sauz, Julia C. Adamos, Clara Antonette L. Nicdao, Ma. Francheska G. Quia, Christopher Bryan A. Concha

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

The prevalence of the K-pop industry’s globalization has risen over time, using the digital age to expand its presence in the market. Understanding the factors influencing the consumption patterns and parasocial relationships fans experience brings awareness to the possible causes of fixation in the K-pop industry’s capitalization. However, research about the Weverse app as a medium for capitalizing on parasocial relationships among adolescent Filipino K-pop fans is limited. This study’s objective is to investigate the commercialization of parasocial relationships between adolescent Filipino fans and their male idols through the Weverse application. Data were gathered through a Focus Group Discussion and …

Digital Feasts And Cultural Narratives: Analyzing Eating Practices And Audience Responses In Filipino Mukbang Content, Felicia Phen P. Labrador, Marison Claire B. Aristorenas, Miel Alaena S. Frias, Denver M. Cho-Oy

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Mukbang, a genre of digital eating broadcasts originating from South Korea, has evolved into a localized phenomenon in the Philippines, reflecting the country’s culinary practices, cultural values, and digital habits. This study examines the characteristics of Filipino mukbang content on YouTube, analyzes the portrayal of eating behaviors, and investigates audience engagement and responses. Employing a qualitative, multi-method research design, the study analyzed the top 15 most-viewed mukbang videos by Filipino creators using a semiotic and deductive content analysis approach. The findings revealed that Filipino mukbang content can be thematically framed through the Engagement, Authenticity, and Tradition (EAT) framework. Content creators …

Dalawang Henerasyon, Isang Kasaysayan: Audience Reception Of Pepe Diokno’S Gomburza Among Selected Individuals From The Baby Boomer Generation And Generation Z In Metro Manila, Elyssa Merella A. Abundo, Andre Dax M. Dacanay, Ana Marie M. Ebersole, Deirdre Hannah R. Tattao, Paolo P. Peñaranda

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

In the face of injustice and oppression, history remembers those who dared to resist. GomBurZa (2023), directed by Pepe Diokno, follows the story of the three martyred priests—Mariano Gomez, Jose Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora—whose execution in 1872 ignited a national awakening during the Spanish colonial rule in the Philippines. This qualitative study explored how the Baby Boomer Generation and Generation Z in Metro Manila received and interpreted the film. It reflected whether their views about Gomburza evolved and revealed converging and diverging opinions within and between the two generations. It also investigated the broader implications of their responses for understanding …

Testing The Effectiveness Of Mango (Mangifera Indica) And Apple (Malus Pumila) Peels As An Active Ingredient In A Corrosion Inhibitor Spray For Galvanized Iron Pipes, Sheikh Mahrufa C. Islam, Tom Iric C. Donato, Charlie Mark E. Bumanglag, Nigel Red M. Lopez, Cye Guiller S. Evangelista, Thea P. Suaco

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Corrosion in galvanized iron pipes (GIPs) poses significant challenges to water distribution systems, leading to structural degradation and public health risks. This study developed and assessed the efficacy of Mangifera indica (mango) and Malus pumila (apple) peel extracts as active ingredients in a corrosion inhibitor spray for galvanized iron pipes, using maceration to prepare 70% concentration extracts and testing them on GIPs immersed in 3 M hydrochloric acid for eight days. Results showed the combined extract exhibited the highest inhibition efficiency (27.71%), lowest thickness loss (1.449 × 10⁻³ cm), and minimal discoloration, outperforming individual extracts (apple: 23.76%; mango: 10.87%) and …

Mapping Research On Coir And Jute Fibers For Soil Reinforcement: A Comparative Review, Arianne Suzane T. Ang, Sophia Monique O. Chan, Coleen Annika T. Paterno, Erica Elice S. Uy

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

This study presents a comparative bibliometric analysis of coir and jute as sustainable reinforcement alternatives in geotechnical engineering, focusing on their characterization and performance from a materials science perspective. As geotechnical engineers seek environmentally sustainable alternatives to synthetic reinforcements, natural fibers like coir and jute have gained interest, however, limited comparative evaluations exist assessing their research maturity and practical readiness. Using Scopus-indexed literature visualized through VOSviewer, the research maps keyword networks, author collaborations, and thematic clusters to assess trends surrounding these natural fibers. The results suggest that coir-related research is more advanced and field-intensive as its core themes are centered …

Application Of Hydroxyapatite (Hap) From Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus) Scale Waste On The Mechanical Properties Of Bio-Porcelain Tiles At Varying Concentrations, Renzo Y. Pulma, Sam Ien Bendo Ramos, Ma. Cielo Padilla Oria, Judier Adriane Carrera Manebo, Hailey Lorraine Mangalindan Chandler, Charles John Mercado Carmona, Timothy James Bandelaria Battad, Francis John Kenji Romero Garcia, Darius Paul Gonus Lising, Rhon Janver Domingo Bonifacio, Clarke Angelo Gonzaga Tuana, Ivan Kyle Batas Torio, Wayne Jazel Condrillon Cutab, June Ray O. Filler

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

The study explored the sustainable use of hydroxyapatite (HAp) from Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) scale waste as an additive in porcelain tile production, focusing on enhancing the mechanical properties while addressing environmental concerns. This study addresses environmental concerns related to improper waste disposal and seeks alternative sources of raw material additives for ceramics. The methods involved extracting HAp from Nile tilapia scales and mixing them into the porcelain tile mixture, including a negative control setup of 0% HAp, and experimental setups of 5% and 10% HAp. Tiles with 5% and 10% HAp demonstrated increased flexural strength (11.441 MPa and 11.446 …

Hydrofortera: An Experimental Study On The Development Of An Effective And Cost-Effective Eco-Friendly Geopolymer Water-Stop Cement, Aaron Dave M. Libatique, Liam Rori S. Crisostomo, Zsharich Nicole D. Fernandez, Rizha Trixcy V. Ferrer, Amaro B. Lanuza Jr., Jannelle Mae D.R. Samotia, Juan Lorenzo C. Villanueva, Jemaima M. Robles

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Hydraulic water-stop cement is a commonplace solution to most concrete problems caused by natural disasters in the Philippines, especially flooding in low-lying areas. However, rising expenses and environmental concerns due to surging carbon footprints necessitate the development of a cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative. Aligned with SDGs 9, 11, 12, and 13, this study developed HydroFortera: an effective, cost-effective, and eco-friendly geopolymer water-stop cement formulated using waste by-products such as fly ash, rice husk ash, and coconut fiber, along with alkaline activators and additives. Alkaline-to-binder ratios of 0.40, 0.45, and 0.50 were tested for various properties to determine the optimal ratio …

Passive Institutional Ownership And The Informational Efficiency Of Stock Prices, Lihong Liang, Jingxin Hu

Accounting - All Scholarship

We examine how passive institutional ownership affects the informational efficiency of stock prices. Because passive institutional investors prefer greater transparency, their presence encourages managers to enhance firm disclosure (Boone & White, 2015; Schoenfeld, 2017). Increased disclosure improves the information environment and reduces information uncertainty, leading to lower post-earnings announcement drift (PEAD) and greater price efficiency (Hung et al., 2015; Zhang, 2006). Accordingly, we predict that higher passive institutional ownership strengthens the contemporaneous market response to earnings announcements while mitigating PEAD. Using firm additions to the S&P 500 index as an exogenous shock, we document that increases in passive institutional ownership …

Best Integrated Writing Spring 2026 - Complete Edition, Wright State University School Of Humanities And Cultural Studies, Tracy Smith, Kristie Mckiernan

Best Integrated Writing

Best Integrated Writing includes excellent student writing from Integrated Writing courses taught at Wright State University.

Tornado Alley In A Changing Climate: The Eastward Shift, Kenny Reinhard

Best Integrated Writing

Reinhard argues that climate change is driving an eastward shift in Tornado Alley from the Great Plains toward the southeastern United States, increasing tornado frequency in more densely populated and less-prepared regions. It highlights how changing atmospheric conditions—such as increased moisture, instability, and wind shear—are contributing to this shift and emphasizes the need for improved preparedness and infrastructure in newly affected areas.

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Diversity Of Sporous Plants (Bryophyta And Pteridophyta) And Lichens In The Pananjung Pangandaran Nature Reserve Area, West Java, Yusuf Ibrahim, Gurnita Gurnita, Elfina Karima, Iwan Setia Kurniawan

Baghdad Science Journal

The study aims to determine the diversity of terrestrial fern species (pteridophyta) and mosses (bryophyta) in the Pananjung Pangandaran Nature Reserve, West Java. The method used in this study is a qualitative description of the design of the transmission belt. Collected samples were conducted with a purposive sampling method. A lengthy transect line extends approximately 110 meters and comprises up to six quadrants, each measuring 10 by10 meters. The research identified eight types of terrestrial fern, including two in three orders and six families; seven species have been identified with a total of 437 individuals in the form of moss …

Potential Role Of Mir-484 In Modulating Vdr Gene Expression Level In Calcium Oxalate Kidney Stone Patients, Huda B. Babat, Luma Hassan Alwan Alobaidy, Issam Salman Al-Azzawi

Baghdad Science Journal

Calcium oxalate (CaOx) kidney stones, accounting for over 70% of all types, are the most common stone type. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are post-transcriptional epigenetic regulators, involved in disease development. One of these miRNAs is miRNA 484 (miR-484). Vitamin D (VD), a fat-soluble vitamin important for calcium (Ca) metabolism, is primarily mediated by the Vitamin D Receptor (VDR), a nuclear transcription factor. This study aimed to investigate miR-484's regulatory role in modulating VDR gene expression, evaluate serum VD and biochemical parameters in CaOx kidney stone patients compared to healthy controls, and their potential as diagnostic biomarkers. Blood samples were collected …

Modern Dna Detection Via Traditional Methods: Conforming Algal Species In Soran Independent Administration, Kurdistan Region Of Iraq, Balkes Haje Rasul, Farhad Hassan Aziz, Janan Jabbar Toma

Baghdad Science Journal

This investigation was conducted on five genetically identified algal species at five sites in the Soran administration, with sampling monthly from March 2024 to January 2025. Accurate species identification is essential for understanding biodiversity, assessing ecosystems, and managing water quality. Traditional morphological identification is standard practice for algal characterization, but these methods are time-consuming and error-prone, especially when dealing with similar-looking species or mixed populations. Modern DNA detection methods, including polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and DNA barcoding, improve specificity and sensitivity. This study compares the effectiveness of DNA detection methods with traditional morphological techniques to confirm the presence of five …

Nano Zinc As A Source To Stimulate Calendula Officinalis Callus To Produce The Active Triterpenoid Glycoside, Abdulwadood S.M. Alsoufi, Suha Maher Abed, Sara Q. Suliaman, Anna Szakiel

Baghdad Science Journal

Plants can synthesize a large number of different active compounds and ingredients, which can be influenced under stress conditions. The plant in vitro culture technique is considered a suitable and useful method to propagate and protect the medicinal and herbal plants, and to extract active natural compounds. The main target of this work was to obtain callus of Calendula officinalis explants stimulated by Nano zinc, and then to extract the natural glycosides from callus in vitro culture and apply them against certain bacterial and fungal isolates. The explant of C. officinalis was grown on media containing a mix of hormones, …

Influence Of Beryllium Substitution On Vibrational And Electronic Properties Of Carbon Nano-Cone: Density Functional Theory, Rajaa K. Mohammad, Hussein M. L., Ammar S. Hameed, Luma M. Ahmed, Shurooq Sabah Abed Al-Abbas

Baghdad Science Journal

Density Functional Theory (DFT) was employed to investigate the effects of beryllium (Be) substitution on the vibrational and electronic properties of a single-wall carbon nano-cone. The study aims to clarify how Be incorporation modifies the structural stability and electronic characteristics of this nanostructure. Electronic parameters including ionization potential (I), electron affinity (Eea), Fermi energy (Ef), HOMO–LUMO energies, total energy (E), and band gap (Eg) were calculated. Infrared (IR) spectra, optimized geometries, electrostatic potential maps, and electron density distributions were also analyzed. The results indicate that Be substitution reduces the ionization potential while increasing the electron affinity. Incorporation of Be atoms …

Enhancing Cyber Hygiene Among Communities Through Experiential Cyber-Security Awareness Programs, Dr Atul Bamrara, Partha Roy, Vishwanath Gargote, Khandu Thungon

Journal of Cybersecurity Education, Research and Practice

Human error remains the most frequently exploited vulnerability in the cyber-security ecosystem. Despite substantial investments in technical safeguards, cybercriminals increasingly rely on social engineering, misinformation, and emotionally manipulative tactics to compromise users. This study examines behavioral changes among participants who underwent structured cyber-security workshops addressing both conventional cyber hygiene practices and emerging digital threats. The training modules covered digital arrest scams, identity theft, sextortion, fake technical support fraud, fake social media profiles, online gaming related risks, and deep fake manipulation. The workshops were designed using interactive simulations, real world case studies, and hands on problem based exercises, with the explicit …

Tlr3 Mediated Type I Interferon Response In Mammalian Cell Defense Against Cryptosporidium Parvum Infection., Anjelica Matias

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Cryptosporidium parvum is a major cause of a diarrheal disease which affects many children in the USA as well as the rest of the world, yet the contribution of its double stranded RNA (dsRNA) viral symbiont, Cryspovirus (CSpV1) to host innate immunity remains unclear. This study investigated whether CSpV1 activates Toll Like Receptor 3 (TLR3) signaling pathways and downstream Interferon type I (IFN I) responses in mammalian intestinal epithelial cells. Confluent Human Ileocecal Colorectal Adenocarcinoma cells (HCT8) were exposed to CSpV1, and the expression levels of Tumor Necrosis Factor Receptor-Associated Factor 3 (TRAF3), Nuclear Factor-𝜅-light chain enhancer of activated B-cells …

Alcohol Drinking Sex-Dependently Regulates Interleukin-1 Pro-Inflammatory Signaling In The Prefrontal Cortex Of Mice And Rhesus Macaques, Andrea Liss, Clara Lowe, Mahum T. Siddiqi, Dhruba Podder, Marcis V. Scroger, Gianna Vessey, Kenna Martin, Noah M. Paperny, David M. Lam, Allison E. Martin, Jariel N. Bacar, Katie T. Vo, Amy Astefanous, Nolawit Belachew, Eghosa Idahor, April T. Davenport, James B. Daunais, William M. Hayes, Rita Cervera-Juanes, Tony D. Davis, Florence P. Varodayan

Pharmacy Faculty Scholarship

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) causes executive dysfunction, leading to reduced treatment adherence, worse clinical outcomes, and relapse. Current medications do not address these symptoms. Targeting the neuroimmune interleukin-1 (IL-1) system has potential, but its mechanistic role in prefrontal cortex (PFC) dysfunction is unclear. Here we investigated how chronic alcohol consumption shifts IL-1 regulation of the rodent and non-human primate PFC. We found that alcohol drinking decreased reference memory and shifted the search strategy in mice of both sexes, and this deficit correlated with altered IL-1 receptor accessory protein (IL-1RAcP) mRNA levels in the medial PFC (mPFC) of male mice. Notably, …

Beyond The Chart: Clinical Decisions That Protect Patients, Stephanie Bell Kelsey, Rhea May Brasi, Carlisa Caso, Tida Chitmongran, Kieaira Cooksey, Erika Ferrell, Jacqueline Franke, Aizel Joyce Garrido, Lidia Geberslassie, Laurie Gillmore, Theo Hipos, Mindi Johnson, Heimy Jun, Robin Kanaan, Jiahui Li, Alexis Mangubat, Katia Marcu, Sara Mccarthy, Adithya Nath, Brenda Orozco, Maria Papageorge, Elizabeth Ruckman, Debbie Salcido, Aleczandrea Schmelzle, Vivian Stark, Kara Traynor

Nursing 711 Class Projects

The cases in this collection were written by graduate nursing students enrolled in the Master of Nursing program at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Nursing. Each author drew from their own clinical experience to illustrate how structured reasoning shapes patient care at the bedside and beyond. Their willingness to reflect honestly on moments of uncertainty, advocacy, and judgment — and to share those reflections with students who are still developing their own — is the foundation of this work. This collection exists because of their generosity.

From Silos To Systems: Examining Leadership Communication During Change In A Non-Profit Behavioral Health Organization, Julie Skye Raskin-Li

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Silo mentality within nonprofit behavioral health organizations creates barriers to effective leadership communication and undermines change management efforts. This case study involved examining how siloed practices influenced leadership communication during organizational change at a nonprofit behavioral health organization in a rural area of California. The study was grounded in the Baldrige Excellence Framework, which emphasizes leadership, workforce engagement, and systems alignment. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with leaders at multiple organizational levels and review of internal archival documents. Thematic analysis revealed 3 central themes: siloed decision-making, information gatekeeping, and inconsistent communication, as well as localized resilience practices that were …